Anibal Barrow

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New York, July 11, 2013--The body of
Honduran radio journalist Aníbal Barrow was found on Tuesday on the riverbank
of a lagoon near the city of San Pedro Sula, according to news
reports. Barrow had been kidnapped from his car
on June 24, the reports said.

"We are saddened by the death of journalist Aníbal Barrow and send our condolences to his friends, family, and colleagues," said CPJ Senior Program Coordinator for the Americas Carlos Lauría. "Lethal violence against the press and the endless cycle of impunity is compromising democracy in Honduras. Local authorities must thoroughly investigate this crime and bring those responsible to justice."